News Update

Asia's significance and contribution to global issues of energy, climate change and sustainable development has been steadily growing. The update highlights some of the major news stories from various Asian countries offering an overview of the issues, prospects and challenges in the region.

 

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24 September 2012 India: Solar power for 25 government schools, 10 hospitals The Times of India
16 September 2012 Sri Lanka, Green energy program with Mobitel The Nation
14 September 2012 TERI launches assessment tool to predict energy performance in residential buildings The Economic Times
12 September 2012 Pakistan: Drive launched to identify energy losses Pakistan Today
9 September 2012 India: Solar energy to illuminate 20 RWA offices The Times of India
14 June 2012 India: Government plans to roll out 3000-MW solar power projects The Hindu Business Line
12 June 2012 India: Uttar Pradesh building bio-energy value chain The Times of India
7 June 2012 China: Shale-gas imports 'to rise' China Daily
7 June 2012 Shell to spend $12 billion for Indonesia gas projects 4-Trader

 
India Inc expands its green footprint
The Financial Express, 5 June 2011

In an attempt to attract customers and also show their concern for the environment, India Inc is going green by constructing environment-friendly buildings and registering for green rating for their buildings. A green building is one which uses less energy, water and natural resources, creates less waste and is healthier for the people living inside compared to a standard building. Energy savings happen to the extent of 30-40% right from day one besides enhanced indoor air quality, higher productivity of occupants, potable water saving to the tune of 20-30% and enhanced day light and ventilation.  Read full story...